News: DC.COM: Ratliff’s Ankle Injury Not Deemed Serious; Day-to-Day

IRVING, Texas - When Jay Ratliff did not return for the start of the second half, just standing on the sidelines with his helmet in hand, it didn’t look optimistic for the four-time Pro Bowl to return anytime soon.

But as the game went on, and the stakes started to rise, Ratliff decided to give it a try in the fourth quarter and was able to play in the last two defensive series.

That alone is considered a good sign for the Cowboys, in terms of his status for this week.

Ratliff had an MRI on Monday and initial reaction doesn’t show a high-ankle sprain, but more of a traditional ankle sprain that would make his status “day-to-day.”